Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

Li Yue, confronted by the county magistrate, faces a dilemma between loyalty to Ji Bei Hou and the harsh reality of surrendering to the imperial army. The magistrate argues that surrender is preferable to death and destruction, suggesting that Li Yue could redeem himself through service. Despite his initial hesitation, Li Yue ultimately agrees to surrender, leading to the opening of the city gates. As the imperial army arrives, several county officials, emboldened by the magistrate's example, also surrender. However, tensions rise when a general inside Wu Yu County refuses to surrender, prompting Pei Zi Yun to order an assault, vowing severe consequences for those who resist, thus escalating the conflict and sealing the fate of the defiant officials.

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